CCA Texas

Coastal Conservation Association Texas CCA Texas is a non-profit marine conservation organization comprised of tens of thousands of recreational anglers and coastal outdoor enthusiasts. The Gulf Coast Conservation Association (now CCA Texas) was formed in 1977 by a small group of recreational anglers who were concerned after drastic commercial overfishing decimated Texas’ redfish and speckled trout populations. More than a quarter of a century later, CCA Texas continues the spirit of stewardship that started with the “Save the Redfish” campaign. CCA Texas’ unmatched breadth and depth of volunteer involvement has made it the largest marine conservation group of its kind, enacting positive change on all levels of coastal marine conservation and management, including a state net ban, gamefish status for speckled trout and redfish, bycatch reduction for Gulf and bay shrimp trawls, blue crab conservation measures, limited entry into commercial fisheries and Gulf fisheries management initiatives.

CCA Texas has been engaged in hundreds of local, state and national programs and projects related to marine conservation, such as initiating scientific studies, working to pass pro-resource legislation, funding marine science scholarships, initiating habitat-restoration projects, funding state-of-the-art hatcheries, fighting for quality and quantity of freshwater inflows for coastal bays and estuaries, supporting local marine law enforcement and much more…

CCA Texas has a registered lobbyist in Austin and retains a hydrologist, water attorney, federal lobbyist and Gulf-fisheries consultant to supplement the effectiveness and strength of its advocacy work. From the state capital to Capitol Hill, CCA Texas is making a difference in the conservation, enhancement and longevity of our coastal marine resources.

Your membership will allow you to be a part of this tradition in Texas conservation. With your CCA Texas membership, you will receive a subscription to CCA’s nationally acclaimed TIDE magazine and heralded state newsletter Currents. Plus, you will receive the distinctive CCA Texas redfish stickers and logo decal. With membership levels ranging from youth (New Tide) to life member, everyone can get involved in the conservation and restoration of Texas’ coastal marine resources.